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A significant increase in tariffs, including a stunning 104% levy on Chinese imports, is set to take effect, creating volatility in Asian markets. This development follows an overall downturn in the U.S. stock market, where the S&P 500 fell 1.6%, indicating widespread investor concern regarding the ongoing trade war.

The quarter final first legs of the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League commence with eight teams vying for a place in the semifinals.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to meet with top City executives to assess the impact of President Trump’s tariffs on the UK Economy.

The Israeli government maintains that it is conducting a “thorough” investigation into the shooting of 15 aid workers by its forces, asserting that the Israel Defense Forces acted against a convoy perceived as suspicious.

The King and Queen have arrived in Rome for their state visit to Italy, coinciding with their twentieth wedding anniversary and amid concerns about the monarch’s health.

Donald Trump announced that the US is engaged in direct talks with Iran regarding its nuclear programme, stating that Iran would face “great danger” if negotiations fail.

China has responded to President Trump’s threat of a 50% tariff on its imports by stating it will “fight to the end” and take countermeasures to protect its interests. The Commerce Ministry condemned the U.S. actions as “completely groundless” and labelled them as unilateral bullying.

China has warned of potential “countermeasures” in response to Donald Trump’s proposed 50% tariff on Chinese imports, describing US actions as unilateral bullying and illegitimate.

The UK’s economic options are severely constrained due to high borrowing and record tax levels, limiting the government’s ability to respond to the economic shock caused by Trump’s tariff announcement.

The Palestine Red Crescent Society has called for an independent investigation into the deaths of 15 aid workers killed by Israeli troops in Gaza, describing the incident as “atrocious”.